Boston Ma Collection

Facade - Downtown Boston
Arnon Orbach

A crowded Boston skating pond, 1800s
A skating scene in Boston, Massachusetts, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Immigrant families headed west from Boston, 1800s
Swedish immigrants passing through Boston, bound for the Midwest, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Garter advertisement, early 1900s
Father with his children in an advertisement for garters, 1916. Color halftone

Boston Tea Party looter ridiculed
Sons of Liberty penalize a tea looter after Boston Tea Party by nailing his coat to a post, 1773. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Boston and vicinity in 1775
Map of Boston, Charlestown, and vicinity, June 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Battle of Bunker Hill, American Revolution
Americans shooting at the advancing British from the redoubt on Bunker Hill, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Boston hat and fur store, 1850s
Hat and fur store of Klous & Company, Court Street, Boston, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Bunker Hill defended by American minutemen, 1775
Prescott on the redoubt in defense of Breeds Hill, Battle of Bunker Hill, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Colonists participating in the Boston Tea Party, 1773
Colonists throwing boxes of tea overboard during the Boston Tea Party, 1773. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Boston Tea Party conspirators meeting-place
Building where the Sons of Liberty plotted the Boston Tea Party, shown in the 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

British soldiers in a colonial town
British redcoats in an American colonial city before the Revolutionary War. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Howard Pyle illustration

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"Boston, MA: A Tapestry of History and Resilience" Step into the past as you explore the fascinating facade of downtown Boston. The architectural beauty reflects the city's rich history and vibrant spirit. Transport yourself to a winter wonderland with a glimpse of a crowded Boston skating pond in the 1800s. Witnessing this scene reminds us of the timeless joy that has united generations in this beloved city. In the 1800s, immigrant families embarked on their journey west from Boston, seeking new opportunities and dreams. Their stories are woven into the fabric of this city, shaping its diverse and inclusive character. The infamous looter ridiculed after participating in the historic Boston Tea Party serves as a reminder that even acts of rebellion have consequences. This event forever etched itself into American history, symbolizing resistance against unjust taxation. Travel back to 1775 when tensions ran high during the Battle of Bunker Hill in America's fight for independence. The bravery displayed by American minutemen defending Bunker Hill showcases their unwavering determination for freedom. Advertisements like those promoting a garter company in early 1900s highlight how fashion trends evolved over time while reflecting societal norms and aspirations within Boston's bustling streets. Imagine strolling through Beacon Street in the mid-1850s, passing by an elegant hat and fur store. Fashion-conscious residents would have flocked here to find stylish accessories that added flair to their outfits while braving New England winters. Witness colonists actively participating in one of history's most iconic acts of defiance -the Boston Tea Party- as they protest against British rule. This pivotal moment ignited revolutionary fervor throughout colonial America, setting it on an irreversible path towards independence. Uncover secrets hidden behind closed doors at secret meeting places where conspirators planned every detail leading up to that fateful night during which tea was dumped into Boston Harbor—an act that reverberated across continents and changed world history.